1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Scion tC
To start off, 2006 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Scion tC.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2006 Scion tC | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | HR-V | tC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |